Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

# Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Location Euxton , Lancashire, North West, England Salary Dependent  on experience.

Contract Type Contract Work  Type Full Time Posted on15 Oct 2026

We’re recruiting several
** Mechanical Design Engineers
** to support a major defence project based in
** Chorley**. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who enjoy tackling complex design challenges and want to contribute to projects that make a real impact on national security.

** Location and Working Pattern
** Based in
** Chorley**, with flexibility for hybrid working arrangements. As this role involves close collaboration with other teams, regular on‐site presence will be an important element.

** Responsibilities
* ** Develop technically sound and compliant engineering design solutions for complex mechanical systems.
* Produce, review and check manufacturing and assembly drawings in accordance with BS 8888 and relevant standards.
* Deliver engineering activities to programme and budget, highlighting any variances early.
* Apply nuclear and conventional safety principles throughout design development.
* Collaborate with multi‐disciplinary teams to ensure integrated engineering solutions.
* Provide input and technical guidance during procurement, manufacture, testing and installation.
* Participate in design reviews, maintaining configuration control of 3D models and drawings.
* Promote continuous improvement, adhering to “right first time” quality standards.
** Must‐have Requirements
*** Professionally registered engineer (IEng, CEng or working towards registration).
* HNC or equivalent Level 4 qualification in a relevant engineering discipline.
* Demonstrable experience in design development using CAD systems.
* Sound understanding of UK engineering codes, standards and legislation (BS 8888, LOLER, PUWER, CDM).
* Strong communication and teamwork skills across technical disciplines.
* Eligible to obtain
** SC clearance**.

** Due to the nature of this role being on a national security facility, we can only accommodate applications from UK Nationals.
**** Nice‐to‐have Skills
*** Previous experience within nuclear or defence engineering.
* Familiarity with CE / UKCA marking requirements.
* Knowledge of engineering assurance processes and configuration management.
** Apply Now
** If this opportunity aligns with your experience,
** apply now
** or send your CV to our recruitment team to discuss this position further.